Senior Scientist, R&D Snacks - Bakery
Core
Senior R&D scientist leading the development and commercialization of bakery products (bread, buns, rolls) and adjacent baked snacks.
Role type
Senior Scientist, R&D (Food Science/Bakery)
Builds
Bread, buns, rolls, sandwich carriers, cookies, crackers, baked snacks, and pretzels
Domain
Food & Beverage / Bakery Science
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> product features
Required skills
Bakery science expertise, formulation design, dough systems, fermentation/proofing, baking processes, bench development, pilot plant trials, scale-up, cost savings analysis, supply resilience planning, risk mitigation, technology transfer
Preferred skills
Sensory science, consumer research methods, statistical analysis, formulation management systems, food safety/quality systems, regulatory requirements, contract manufacturer experience
Technologies
None explicitly listed (processes and ingredients mentioned instead)
Responsibilities
Lead product development from concept to commercialization, troubleshoot formulation and processing challenges, execute experimental plans, manage pilot plant and manufacturing trials, support technology transfer and launch stabilization, collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC